Things To Do / Bristol
26 things to do in Bristol this week, June 30-July 6 2025
Monday: Bleep Klub meets Escher Connection, Strange Brew
Bleep Klub and Escher Connection join forces for the first time, promising “a plug-and-play guided improvisation session that both looks and sounds dope.”
Bleep Klub offers a space that bridges the gap between studio/bedroom producers and performers – photo: Bleep Club
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Monday-Thursday: From Hilde, With Love, Watershed
Inspired by an incredible true story set against the backdrop of a country torn by conflict, From Hilde, With Love is a powerful tale of love and resistance.
From Hilde With Love – photo: Watershed
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Monday-Saturday: DELAY: A Queer Sci-fi Heartbreaker, Bristol Old Vic
Don’t miss “one of the finest new plays to grace Bristol in years” (★★★★★ Kris Hallett), DELAY – A queer sci-fi heartbreaker about saying what you mean and saying goodbye.
DELAY – photo: Bristol Old Vic
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Monday-July 11: Queer Vision Film Festival, Watershed
Queer Vision Film Festival brings you a diverse programme of UK & International LGBT+ films including independently made feature, animation, and award-winning short films.
Queer Vision – photo: Watershed
Tuesday: Japanese Breakfast, O2 Academy
Japanese Breakfast is a solo moniker for Philadelphia musician Michelle Zauner, whose most recent album For Melancholy Brunettes (& Sad Women) was released in March.
Tuesday-August 31: Gromit Unleashed 3, various locations
You might have already seen a few sculptures dotted around Bristol and further afield; but Tuesday is the official start day of the trail raising money for the Grand Appeal.
Norbot appears to have been kidnapped by the Freemasons – photo: Martin Booth
Wednesday: DJ Derek 10th anniversary, Attic Bar
On the tenth anniversary of the death of DJ Derek, this special event will celebrate his life and legacy. A film screening will be followed by a panel talk with Queen Bee, Bunjy and Sky Larkin, and then an after-party.
Thursday-September 21: Fierce: Bristol, Martin Parr Foundation
Since 2013, photographer Ajamu X has created celebratory, distinctive and aspirational images mapping contributions of Black lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans and queer individuals, who have often been overlooked within mainstream narratives and histories.
Myles-Jay Linton; a psychologist, artist and community organiser – photo: Ajamu X
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Thursday: Comedy For A Fiver at The Gaffe
Stand-up comedy for £5 – every Thursday in central Bristol. Big laughs are guaranteed from this regular comedy night featuring some of the best comedians on the UK circuit and rising stars from the South West. This Thursday’s headliner is the ‘naturally hilarious’ (Edfringe Review), James Trickey.
James Trickey – photo: The Gaffe Comedy Club
Thursday-Saturday: The Crucib*tch, Tobacco Factory Theatres
Bristol School of Acting present “a tacky, sweaty remix of an American classic”, describing The Crucib*tch as a “non-stop sugar rush of pop confessional, historical revisionism and religious hysteria”.
The Crucib*tch is devised by the company, and conceived and directed by Tom Brennan – photo: Bristol School of Acting
Friday: Burra x Pazzo x Corks, Burra (Redland)
Japanese precision, Italian craft and carefully selected wines are promised to come together in what is described as a “bold, seasonal menu” at this one-night-only dining experience.
The original Burra opened on Lower Redland Road in 2021 – photo: Burra
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Friday & Saturday: Harriet Kemsley at The Gaffe Comedy Club
Harriet Kemsley – the ‘breakout contestant’ (The Guardian) of Last One Laughing UK, and star of Live at the Apollo and 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown is the Friday and Saturday night headliner at The Gaffe Comedy Club this week.
Harriet Kemsley – photo: The Gaffe Comedy Club
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Friday-Sunday: Dinosaur Valley, Wookey Hole
13 new giant residents have arrived into the beloved Dinosaur Valley at Wookey Hole, nestled between the legendary Caves and the historic Paper Mill. The new Dinosaurs bring a spectacular prehistoric twist to one of the region’s most loved family destinations and are sure to be a hit with Dino mad visitors young and old.
Dinosaur Valley – photo: Wookey Hole
Saturday: Slice of Summer, LHG Taproom
Celebrate all things pizza with an afternoon of slices and fresh beer in the brewery yard. Pizza slingers taking part are Gigi’s Pizza, Pizzarova, Slice Culture Pizza, Soul Pizza and Pizza Is Lovely.
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Saturday: Inspired25, Cube
Inspired25 is a community film culture event created by Cables & Cameras featuring a programme “totally dedicated to presenting emerging, cutting edge and legendary filmmakers of colour”. Screenings include the Bristol premiere screening of Bam Bam: The Sister Nancy Story.
Sunday: Bristol Triathlon
Swim in the Cumberland Basin, cycle along the Portway and run on the Pill path as Bristol Triathlon returns.
And coming soon…
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July 10: Take Me To The River: All-Stars Memphis Soul Revue, Bristol Beacon
An all-star lineup of Memphis music royalty brings a night filled with timeless grooves and pure Southern sould. Featuring the Queen of Memphis Soul, Carla Thomas, the iconic Hi Rhythm Section (the band behind Al Green’s biggest hits) powerhouse vocalist Jerome Chism and Grammy winners Boo Mitchell and Martin Shore.
Take Me To The River – photo: Bristol Beacon
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July 11: Dale Elliot Jr – Son of an Immigrant, Redgrave Theatre
Fresh from shows across Europe, Dale brings his hit Son of an Immigrant tour to the UK, including a stop in Bristol. With over 40+ show across the USA, UK and Canada, this epic return of this assured and confident comic is not one to be missed.
Son of an Immigrant – photo: Redgrave Theatre
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July 12: James Morton Groove Den feat. Dennis Rollins, Bristol Beacon
Groove Den is the brainchild of saxophonist James Morton, a cornerstone of Bristol’s music scene. Blending jazz, funk, hip-hop, soul, and rock, their sound is all about groove and feel. From New Orleans to Bristol, expect a high-energy, genre-hopping ride.
James Morton – photo: Bristol Beacon
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July 22-26: Kiss of the Spider Woman, Redgrave Theatre
The Worx Productions returns to Bristol and the Redgrave Theatre with this Tony Award winning musical, with a brilliant book by Terrence McNally and a dynamic score by Kander & Ebb. Compelling, beautiful, funny and moving, the show tells the story of cell mates in a Latin American prison.
Kiss of the Spiderwoman – photo: Redgrave Theatre
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July 25: Bloc Party Bristol, Lloyds Amphitheatre
One of the UK’s most influential indie/rock bands of the last two decades, back in Bristol celebrating 20 years with a set packed with hits from Silent Alarm alongside their greatest. Tickets sold out but resales are available if you move quickly for a big Friday evening party.
Bloc Party – photo: Alastair Brookes
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July 25-27: Born Adventurers, Thoulstone Park
This brand new summer festival is big on adventure and easy for families. Music includes Cut Capers, Hippo Sound System, Amy May Ellis, The ASBO Disco and lots more. Activities like archery, axe throwing, kayaking and zip lining are perfect for kids and teens, while grownups can enjoy a cocktail workshop, sauna and guided meditation.
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July 26: RUN All Day, Lloyds Amphitheatre
Bristol’s biggest and most notorious drum & bass day party returns for 2025, featuring over 30 artists to soundtrack an unmissable day of raving. One for the history books as Bristol’s longest DNB night present their biggest ever event featuring V Recordings boss Bryan G, TC, Mozey and much more.
RUN All Day – photo: Alastair Brookes
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July 27: Sasha & Digweed, Lloyds Amphitheatre
Signing out Siren’s huge weekend of summertime shows in the harbourside, two pioneers of Electronic Music – Sasha & John Digweed – take us on a journey through sound featuring classic cuts alongside new flavours for a sunset session of Progressive House & Dance Music on the Harbour!
S&JD – photo: Alastair Brookes
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July 31: The Jungle Giants, The Fleece
Australian indie pop band The Jungle Giants come to The Fleece on July 31. Tickets are on sale now – see you there.
The Jungle Giants – photo: Crosstown Concerts
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September 26: Sleeper, Electric Bristol
Britpop legends Sleeper are coming to Bristol this September in celebration of the 30th anniversary of their debut album. Tickets are going fast, so don’t hang around.
Sleeper – photo: Crosstown Concerts
Main photo: Burra
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